Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that involves the insertion of very thin needles (as thin as a human hair) into specific points on the body. Acupuncture has been shown to be effective in alleviating various types of pain, such as lower back pain, knee pain, and migraines. In addition to pain relief, acupuncture has been proven to have other benefits such as improved mental health, enhanced sleep quality, relief from allergies, and more. We only use sterile, single use needles. Side effects may include soreness, fatigue, and occasionally headaches.
- Stress reduction
- Pain reduction
- Fibromyalgia
- Motor vehicle injuries
- Headaches, including tension headaches and migraines
- Spine pain
- Neck pain
- Addiction
- Asthma
- Anxiety and depression
- Osteoarthritis
- Hypertension
- Stress reduction
- Allergy reduction
- Knee pain
How Many Treatments are Needed?
This is hard to answer since the treatment needs of patients vary. In general, complex and long-standing chronic conditions require one or two treatments per week for several months. If you have acute problems or other special needs, an individualized treatment plan will be developed for you by the practitioner at Aim High Health during your first visit!
Acupuncture Services:
Acupuncture - 30 min
Fire & Dry Cupping Therapy - 15 min
“Fire cupping therapy” is a traditional Chinese Medicine healing method. It involves heating up special cups with a fire source. The cups are applied to the skin in order to create a vacuum which draws out toxins, improves blood flow and promotes healing.
Dry cupping therapy is very similar to fire cupping therapy the difference being instead of using a heat source, a pump is used to create a vacuum.
It helps with: Pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, deep-tissue.
- Encourage whole-body comfort and relaxation.
- Pain reduction
- Reduce inflammation.
- Enhance blood circulation.
- Remove toxins from your body.
**Please inform the practitioner if you are on blood thinners, pregnant, or have diabetes, psoriasis, eczema or other skin conditions.
Dry Needling - 15-30 mins
Dry needling is a type of "Acupuncture" where applied to an affected muscle "knot" or "trigger point", it can decrease muscle tightness, increase blood flow and reduce pain. Patients often report immediate relief after treatment. The needles remain in your muscle for a short period of time.
Targeted Myofascial Release Therapy - 15 min
"Muscle Scraping Therapy" (aka Gua Sha) is a traditional Chinese Medicine healing method which involves using a smooth rounded edged tool to scrape the muscle tissue. This can help reduce muscle knots and release muscle tension and help accelerate the healing process by increasing blood flow to the injured area and to increase range of motion.
- Improve circulation
- Reduces Muscle tightness
- Musculoskeletal problems
- Relief from tightness in the shoulders, legs & back
- Soothe discomfort, stiffness, and tension
- Relief of chronic muscle pain.
**Please inform the acupuncturist if you are on blood thinners, pregnant, or have diabetes, psoriasis, eczema, or skin conditions.
Moxibustion Therapy - 15 min
Moxibustion therapy is a traditional Chinese Medicine healing method which consists of burning specially prepared and dried mugwort leaves on to or in close proximity to select acupuncture points. This invigorates the blood and infuses heat into the body along the channels being treated. It is useful for stimulating the flow of “Qi “(pronounced "chee"), putting heat into the meridians, improving blood flow and maintaining general well being.
**Please inform the practitioner if you are on blood thinners, pregnant, or have diabetes, psoriasis, eczema or other skin conditions.
Electro Acupuncture - 30 min
Electroacupuncture is a modified form of acupuncture that uses a mild electric current passed between needles, which generally applies more stimulation to acupoints. Please inform the acupuncturist if you have a pacemaker.
**Please inform the practitioner if you have a pacemaker,
Celebrities who have benefited from Acupuncture:
1. Jennifer Lopez: Dropped 15 pounds due to acupuncture.
2. Kim Kardashian: Uses acupuncture to relax.
3. Gwyneth Paltrow: Uses acupuncture to relieve back pain and menstrual cramps.
4. Natalie Portman: Used acupuncture to relieve stress during pregnancy.
5. Mariah Carey: Increased fertility and decreased stress due to acupuncture.
6. Robert Downey Jr. Acupuncture keeps him healthy.
7. Sandra Bullock: Says acupuncture keeps her looking young.
8. Jennifer Aniston: Acupuncture aided in weight loss, made her skin glow, and helped to de-stress.
